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A pant that evolves with your outdoor addiction.

Wear The North Face Men's Paramount Peak II Convertible Pant for chilly climbing sessions in the shoulder seasons, then zip off the legs for hiking trips in the summertime. The North Face built the versatile Parmount Peak out of a faille woven nylon with a DWR coating that resists water and dries quickly. Its relaxed fit provides maximum mobility. This convertible pant also features an elasticized waistband with a removable buckle belt, two hook-and-loop cargo pockets, and one separate pocket that secures your cell phone.

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GREAT PANTS!

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

I have 3 pairs and am ordering 2 more. Wear them almost every day. I ride bicycles many miles a day and hike, and have no rub issues. Great material, big pockets, quick drying, very light, stains wipe right off and they don't retain odors. I wear them for several days at a time on adventures. 2 pair will hold you indefinitely. Wash in a stream and hang dry in no time. THESE ARE THE BEST OUTDOOR PANTS I'VE EVER FOUND!

Comment on msh3562898's review »

Backcountry service GREAT & pants good

Fit:
Runs large

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 170 lbs

Size Purchased: M/Reg

The pants are well built. Sizing seems to run a bit large. Called Backcountry and it was no problem to exchange them for a smaller size. Had the replacement pants within days of returning the large pants. Thank you for your prompt, professional service!

No. Definitely not. I have 3 pairs and am ordering 2 more. Wear them almost every day. The zipper is sandwiched between 2 layers of smooth hemmed fabric. Not even noticeable. I ride bicycles many miles a day and hike, and have no rub issues. Great material, big pockets, quick drying, very light, stains wipe right off and they don't retain odors. I wear them for several days at a time on adventures. 2 pair will hold you indefinitely. Wash in a stream and hang dry in no time. THESE ARE THE BEST OUTDOOR PANTS I'VE EVER FOUND!

My choice for hiking/backpacking

After finding the Paramount Convertible years ago I'm hooked. I now have at least 3 pair.

I love smart flexible layers, these are exactly that.

Biggest standout is the slightly heavier weight material , feels much more durable and provides a touch more warmth on a cold morning. Fantastic that they come in length options

Otherwise all the benefits of other convertibles, full coverage for sun, wind, or in cooler temps, open the knees a bit for some ventilation as things warm up, or strip them off and use them as running shorts that actually have a place for your keys, phone, and wallet without feeling constricting.

Due to heavier weight fabric they may take a little longer to dry but are also warmer when damp/wet than more standard lightweight nylon.

No stretch so I like to size with a bit of room, internal belt takes care of the rest but still maybe not ideal for something acrobatic like bouldering.

Cloth belt has low profile and goes all the way around (not just sewn at sides) but can get twisted inside the channel and is a pain to get untwisted then. Plastic buckle a bit larger profile than needed and might contact a backpack buckle but haven't had one fail.

I've also had to repair some seams that have failed due to abuse, nothing a needle and thread can't take care of pretty quickly. I've only damaged the actually material on a pair of these once (dropped the legs but let them sit at ankles not realizing they had slid below the heel so got the business side of my boot for miles, patched that up too :D )

A bit less around the town friendly/clearly outdoor design

NF has tried several pocket designs over the years so make sure to check out the model you're getting to make sure they are what you want, some years I've liked, others not as much. (NF if you're listening I prefer jean style[more horizontal] hand pockets not ones that open on the seam [more vertical] that make it awkward to get into :D)

Comment on Alan Klackner's review »

Great Pants!

This photo was taken at Gregory's, Bald Great Smoky Mountains. Over 3 days I had these pants configured in every imaginable way. The dwr works great and there was never a time when I was concerned about durability. I'm 5'10 and when zipped off the short are about an inch above my knee.

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Love these pants but the sizing is off

Gender:
Male

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
Runs large

Height: 5'10"

Weight: 160 lbs

Size Purchased: M/M

Great feel to the Peak II pants and the zip off legs are a bonus. I do have a problem with the sizing. All other brand pants I wear between a 33 or 34 waist. I purchased these in a M/M size. First off according to the size chart the inseam is suppose to be 32. I measured the inseam and it's a definite 31 with the pant leg pulled tight. They did look a bit short when wearing them. According to the size chart these are a 32 - 34 in the waist. They are more like a size 35 - 36 in the waist. I've now decided to purchase a S/LONG just to see how they fit. I will comment further once I've tried them on for fit. -----

EDIT: Just tried on the S/Long. The inseem measured 33" with the leg pulled tight. According to the chart they are suppose to be 35.5". The waist is just about right. In comparison They fit the same as a pair of Levis 559 in a 33 x 32. I've decided to now purchase other colors (again) in the size S/LONG.

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Decent Pair

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Fit:
Runs large

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 212 lbs

Size Purchased: XL

Needed a new pair of hiking pants , figured I would give these a shot. Coming from hiking in blue jeans to these is a world of different. With the added ability of leg zip offs to turn these pants into shorts is a bonus.

Comment on kelp29752's review »

Great Outdoor Pants

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 200 lbs

Size Purchased: Sh-Med

These are great outdoor pants, they take a beating and keep going. I use them year around. They are great in winter, they keep your legs warm by blocking the wind but they allow you to breath so you won't over heat. Medium short fits me great, I use 36X30 pants. The Paramount Valley pants which are identical to these except they don't have the relaxed fit. The only problem with these pants is the waist snap which I heard they fixed. It pops loose if you put pressure on it. I wish they would add more belt loops, I use my own nylon belt.

Comment on HundsSolo's review »

Sizing wrong

Familiarity:
I returned this product before using it

Fit:
Runs large

I wear size 30x30 pants so I ordered these pants in a small. When I tried them on, the waist was a little too big, which I could deal with. But the pant legs themselves were way too wide. I could probably fit two legs into one pant leg. I returned them and will purchase a different pair from a local outfitter.

Comment on Austin H.'s review »

Nice comfortable pants

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

These pants fit perfectly around the waist but were a little long in length. Im 5'9 and got them in regular length. No big deal for me though. Love the variety of different pockets and how the belt is a slide lock so you dont have to undo the whole belt. Just snap it and adjust how tight you want it. The zip offs work nicely and are quick and easy to do with or without boots on.

Comment on Michael Lancianese's review »

The best Pants I haven't broken

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

I haven't worn these pants once or twice. I have worn them almost daily, for 8 months. They refuse to fail, in every way.

The DWR coating has long since worn off from weeks on the trail and numerous river crossings. The Nylon is stained and frayed from oil changes and grovelling spring vedawoo climbs. The UPF 50 no longer UPF's because of two weeks spent above 17,--- feet in the middle of Monsoon season. But god do these things know how to work!!

Top Fav Features: Great belt that is easy to use, with strechy inner belt just in case you forget to fasten it.

Thigh pocket, a lifesaver. Easily stash your wallet, phone, granola bar, poodle into this pocket and velcro it shut. Easy to get to, but bomber to use. Its even pick-pocket proof for when your in some sketchy city areas with thieving 5 year olds!

Comfy, comfy comfy. I wear these things before I do my blue jeans. Wear it with a 30 lb pack - no problem. Wear it with a climbing harness - no problem. Wear it in winter - get a base layer and your good to about 10 degrees f. Me - 6'1 Normally 30 - 34. 30 - long fit perfect. Life - proof.

Comment on brep871048's review »

good pants

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:
True to size

sizing seems right, already used them twice, and think next time even though they come with a belt strap, I will use a belt in the supplied belt loops instead. Very happy with my purchase and would rec them to others

Comment on bmc3505744's review »

Sizing has changed or QA bad

Gender:
Male

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:
True to size

I just ordered a pair of medium/long to replace my previous pair of the Paramount Peak II pants that finally fell apart. The current model has a different belt buckle, not sure how I like it yet. The front snap is improved, and will actually stay closed if you unzip the zipper. However, either my pants are mislabeled (bad QA), or the sizing has changed. These pants are 3 1/4 inches bigger in the waist than my previous pair of pants (37.25 inches versus 34 inches). Update: I returned the pants and got another pair of Medium/Long, these fit MUCH better. I am not sure if the other pants are mislabeled Larges, or if the waist is just stretched out (it isn't bunched up as much in the back). Thanks to Customer Service (Myles, Backcountry Gearhead)

Comment on eme5440812's review »

Great pants

Gender:
Male

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Fit:
True to size

These are durable, comfy and the zip off feature makes them amazing when dropping down into a hot valley or just hiking in varaible weather. They also have real belt loops so if you need to wear a knife/weapon you can throw a HD belt on. I have a 34" inseam and the regular fits fine...the long would be too much I think.

Comment on RTinVT's review »

Large / Long fits just right

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:
True to size

I'm a bit over 6'5" and 210lbs. The Large / Long fits just right so I don't have slack on the bottom of my pants hitting the ground. Without shoes on, the bottom back edge of the pants by my heel are about 1/2" from the ground. The full cut is nice and roomy without being baggy/sloppy. I dig 'em.